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Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Khobir Uddin returns to campus to encourage and recruit
Drama Club to present William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

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Contact Paul Welker - welkerpm@alfredstate.edu if you have a story idea! If you are posting pictures on your social media make sure to tag @AlfredState or ask us to collaborate with your posts!

The Marketing Communications Office is excited to let the college community know about new videos that have been developed and are available to faculty and staff to help in recruitment of future Pioneers.

Check them out on our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/@AlfredStateCollege

Five of the latest video releases:
Khobir Uddin - SpaceX
Wellsville Career Fair - Spring 2026
Pioneer Pathways: Residential Life with Mary Chamberlain
Dean Lyon - Visual effects Pioneer
Big Blue Blitz Playlist - nine episodes

Students can begin picking up their graduation packet on April 6 at the Alfred Campus Store or Wellsville Campus Store during regular store hours. Students that would like to attend commencement and have not paid the commencement fee can pay the $60 fee at time of pick up.  Bachelor students will need to purchase an academic hood from the Campus Store (additional $30).  If you are an online student or not on campus this semester, please call the Alfred Campus Store, 607-587-4020, to have your graduation package shipped to you (shipping charges will apply).

Hillel is hosting a Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 in the Kenyon-Allen room in the Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. If you are planning to come, please contact hillel@alfred.edu to RSVP.

Spring hunting permits for small game and turkey will be available at University Police Friday, April 3rd beginning at 7:00 A.M.  We have a limited number of 25 to be issued.  

Please stop at UPD’s dispatch located in the Theta Gamma House and bring a driver’s license of other form of ID.  

Hunting at the College Farm property is limited to the farmhouse side of Route 244.

Students who complete the 2026–2027 FAFSA at StudentAid.gov by May 1 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a scholarship.

Prizes:
• 1st Place: $1,000 scholarship
• 2nd Place: $500 scholarship
• 3rd Place: $250 scholarship

Please note you must enroll for the Fall 2026 semester to be eligible.

If you need help completing your FAFSA, contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office at 607-587-4253 (toll-free 1-800-4-ALFRED) or email sfs@alfredstate.edu.

The deadline is fast approaching, so started today!

Best of luck!
Alfred State
Student Records and Financial Services

CRIMINAL JUSTICE/HUMAN SERVICES CAREER FAIR
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, 9 AM - 1:00 PM
STUDENT LEADERSHIP CENTER, 3RD FLOOR, RM. 310 & OPEN AREA BY CAFE

The Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences is hosting this Career Fair to bring together students seeking internships, jobs, and community service projects with agencies that would like to recruit students for these activities.  Don’t miss this opportunity!

Agencies participating thus far are:

Criminal Justice Agencies:

Allegany County Probation
Allegany County Sheriff
ASC Police Academy
ASC University Police
Corning Global Security
FBI (Buffalo)
Henrico County, VA Police Dept.
Hornell Police Dept.
Livingston County Sheriff
Monroe County Sheriff
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation
NYS Police
Rochester Police Dept.
Steuben County Sheriff
Syracuse Police Dept.
TSA (Transportation Security Administration)
US Army Recruiting Office
US Customs & Border Protection
US Marshals Service

Human Services Agencies:

Aim Independent Living
Allegany Council on Alcoholism
Allegany County Administrator
Allegany/Steuben ARC
Faith in Action
Hornell Area Concern for Youth
Hornell Partners for Growth
Steuben County Social Services
Vincent House
 

Courses Approved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for General Education requirements under the Critical Thinking Core Competency effective fall 2024.

ARCH 4304 - Design Studio 2

DSGN 2304 - Interior Design Studio 2

The Records Office will update the listing on the portal.  The complete listing of courses acceptable for General Education can be found here https://portal.alfredstate.edu/registration/Pages/default.aspx on the portal pages under Academic Resources / Additional Academic Info / Resources.

In accordance with State Finance Law § 110, all contracts on behalf of the college shall be reviewed and signed by an authorized signatory on file at the New York State Office of the State Comptroller. At this time, the college President, Vice President for Finance and Administration, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Assistant Vice President for Finance and Management, and the Controller are the only authorized signatories for Alfred State.

CALL FOR FACULTY SENATE NOMINATIONS SPRING 2026

The Call for Nominations is still open through to the end of the day on Friday, April 3. The annual Faculty Senate Spring Elections will take place in mid-April with specific dates to follow. Nominations will be taken until April 3. You may nominate yourself. If you nominate someone else, please get the candidate’s permission first.

To enhance the voting process, we are asking that all candidates submit a brief statement about who they are (including department and number of years at ASC) and why they are interested in serving on the committee. Please include no more than 3 sentences. This information will be shared with all voting members during elections.

Nominations may be sent to NEGelections@alfredstate.edu or contact Nicole DiGerlando digerlnd@alfredstate.edu or any NEG member:

Wayne Bensley
Sandy Burdick
Nicole DiGerlando, Chair
Summer Dorr
Reza Yadollahi
Holly Young

See the Faculty Senate NEG page for the full Call for Nominations and the appropriate Bylaws associated with each position or committee. There are many opportunities still available, so don't miss your chance to participate in shared governance!

The Delta Chi Omega Sorority is once again collecting prom dresses and accessories for its annual Project Prom Dress Event. Dresses can be dropped off at Print and Mail Services. 

New and gently used prom gowns and accessories are collected year round and offered to high-school aged girls annually free of charge.

Project Prom Dress will be held Sunday, April 12 from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in the SLC Small Event Space.

The Buffalo Bills will be on campus Friday, April 17 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM in EJ Brown Hall, Room 315 conducting on-site interviews for Guest Experience (Ticket Greeter) positions for the 2025–2026 season.

💼Why apply?

• Paid opportunity
• Open to all Alfred State students, staff & faculty
• Travel provided to most in-semester home games
• On-the-spot job offers (pending background check)

✅ How to Prepare (Required Steps)

1. Apply in advance (required):
   All students—new and returning—must apply online before April 17:

   *You will not be considered if you have not applied before 4/17
   👉CLICK HERE TO APPLY

• In the “Referred By” section, type: Alfred State Student

2. Bring your resume on 4/17 
   Have a printed copy ready for your interview.

3. Attend the event
Stop by EJ Brown Hall, Room 315 on 4/17 anytime between 11 AM – 3 PM for your interview.

🎯 What to Expect

• Interviews conducted on-site
• Qualified candidates may receive immediate offers
• Offer letters will be available to sign at the event

Don’t miss this chance to work with an NFL organization and gain real-world experience while representing Alfred State! 

*Due to NFL policy, this opportunity is unfortunately not available for NCAA football student-athletes across all divisions 

Contact Professor Aquilina with questions at aquilia@alfredstate.edu 

Please excuse the following students on Wednesday, April 1st for an academic fieldtrip for the AAS Interior Design program. 

Lauren Wickes, Nicholas Loukasgiles, Sarahi Diaz De La Cruz, Jenna Wilkosz, Kenzie Haeffner, Alberto Pina Garcia, Camryn Wickes, Ella Campbell, Jahkaar Brundidge, Zion Threats, Francisco Reyes Mendez, Celina Weiner, Abigail Garcia, Amber Steiner, Olivia Dimaria, Savannah Hunter, Hadley Amyot, Madi Davis, Eliza Drum, Jessica Ficarra, Maxine Beltran Villegas, Josiah-Ray Smith and Dulce Flores. 

Professor Elizabeth B. Joyce

Fall registration begins Monday, April 6. Here are some tips to ensure a smooth registration process:

 Meet with Your Advisor Early: Schedule a meeting with your academic advisor before April 6 to discuss your course choices, confirm they align with your degree requirements, and get your registration PIN and time ticket. This step is essential to avoid any registration delays.

1. Register Promptly: Sign up for your classes as soon as registration opens. Courses can fill up quickly, especially popular or required ones, so registering early gives you the best chance to secure your preferred schedule.
2. Check Financial Aid Messages: Pay attention to any financial aid notifications that appear while registering. Financial aid can be affected if you’re enrolling in a repeated course or one that doesn’t count toward your degree, which might lead to unexpected charges.
3. Registration Instructions (How-to Guides) are available by visiting my.AlfredState.edu, selecting “Academics,” and then choosing “Additional Academic Info” on the “Academic Resources” card.

The old portal, my2.alfredstate.edu, will be shut down on May 18, 2026. Please make sure to download and save any documents you wish to keep before that date. Thank you.

As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 student employment year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027), all supervisors are asked to complete the Student Employment Request Form. This information will support the Business Office in reviewing requests and allocating budgets for the upcoming year.

👉Please complete the form by April 15, 2026:
2026 - 2027 Student Employment Request – Fill out form

The form will ask you to estimate your student employment needs for the upcoming year. When planning, please keep in mind that:

• Requests should reflect anticipated needs for the full year.
• Federal Work-Study awards for 2026–2027 will be $3,250 per student, with an hourly rate of $16.00.
• Summer employment after graduation (May 11–June 30) remains part of the current year’s budget.
• Students may work up to 29 hours per week during the summer.

All student job postings will continue to be coordinated through Career Development. For questions about posting positions, please contact:

• Maureen Sibble – sibblem@alfredstate.edu
• Valerie Case – caseva@alfredstate.edu

If you have questions about the form or the budgeting process, feel free to contact me at vernamca@alfredstate.edu or x3965.

Alfred State Nutrition Courses present: A Sterns Chicken BBQ!

Proceeds will help support Alfred State's On-Campus Community Needs Hub.

When & Where

Wednesday April 22nd 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - outside EJ Brown room 119

Thursday April 23rd 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - outside EJ Brown room 119

Purchase with the link or QR code

https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=0606d4df-8630-4d18-a100-9af1bdc6e548&envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&zone=usa

The Office of Mental Health offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through OMH Wellness Groups, which aligns with OMH’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills. Remember that the mind and body are one, and psychological health is just as important as physical health to your overall well-being. 

The group sessions are free, confidential, anonymous, and virtual employees can call in from any phone. Group sessions include Monday Meditation, Mindful Mondays, Taking Care of Mind & Body, and Tending to Self. Please see the calendars for group session details and how to join.  

April Wellness Group Calendar 

April Breath-Body-Mind Sessions Calendar 

Questions? Please reach out to omh.wellnessgroups@omh.ny.gov.

Rescheduled Date- April 23rd 

JOIN US as we celebrate together, the newly renovated Cyber Security Lab in Engineering #437. This Dedication & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is proudly supported by our corporate partner and global cybersecurity leader, Fortinet.

Please REGISTER HERE or/and re-register. 

We look forward to seeing our campus community come together to celebrate this great day on the Alfred State Campus! 

Dear faculty,

A teaching portfolio becomes most powerful when it moves beyond collecting documents and begins to tell a clear, evidence-based story of your growth as an educator. In this third session, faculty will explore how to translate teaching materials, student feedback, and reflective evidence into a coherent digital portfolio that highlights their teaching philosophy, practices, and impact.

Faculty will leave with practical ideas for digitally presenting their teaching story in a way that is organized, reflective, and aligned with their professional goals.

📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026
🕚 11:30–12:30 pm
📍 EJ 106 + Teams [Joining Link]
👥 All interested faculty are welcome

For a preview of upcoming CITE Workshops download CITE Calendar Spring 2026.

For CITE Program descriptions and preview of available Certificates download CITE Programming Menu 2025-26. 

- CITE Team

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Center for Civic Leadership proudly announce:

The Khalid Ashraf Symposium - Freedom of the Press: A Unique Perspective featuring Special Guest Speaker Hakan Karaaytu, Professor of Digital Journalism, who will be speaking and presenting on his experiences as a journalist and media freedom in Turkey

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, 6-8 p.m. In PHS Rm. 107

** Refreshments and snacks will be served **

Please join Cyan Corwine, Angela Graves, Michael Colomaio, and Jeff Sittu for questions and audience discussion with Hakan Karaaytu immediately following the presentation.

We look forward to you joining us for this timely topic and discussion!

Become one of Big Blue's Super Friends!

To all faculty and staff members,

Did you know that currently over 100 faculty & staff members give a portion of their paycheck each pay period to Accentuate Alfred? This support truly makes them super hero's!  

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

We are inviting you to become one of Big Blue's Super friends!

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online, click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Be on the look out this semester for Super Big Blue thanking those that already give to Accentuate Alfred for being Big Blue's Super Friends!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
Alfred State College
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

Dear faculty members from Alfred, Wellsville and Northland campuses,

Here is a quick look at Specialty CITE programming this week [3/30 to 4/3]. These events are open only to members and participants as indicated.

 Non-members and non-participants: If you are interested in any of these programs check out program descriptions here CITE Programming Menu 2025-26. If you are interested in joining any of these programs, email cite@alfredstate.edu, or drop by CITE office in EJ 106.

🧩 CITE Faculty Learning Community Leadership Check-in [ONLY for FLC Leaders]

📅 Monday, March 30 🕚 12:00–1:00 pm 💻 Teams and EJ 106

🧩 IITG Efficacy of Gen AI Tools Check-in Option 1[ONLY for ASC Grant Participants]

📅 Friday, April 3🕚 8:00–9:00 a.m. 💻 Teams 

We hope to see you this week at your respective session(s)!

Warm regards,
CITE Team